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Rospotrebnadzor Halts Aloe Vera Drink Sales After Contamination Alert

Laboratory analysis of 11 samples is underway to verify claims of acetone in bottles.

Overview

  • Sales are suspended through the national marking system, with cash register blocks applied to about 138,000 units.
  • The Moscow office opened an epidemiological investigation and sent 11 samples from three batches to an accredited FBUZ lab.
  • Retailer Magnit removed the drink from shelves as regulators conduct an unplanned on-site inspection of AO Tander.
  • Penza region authorities began checks of producer Velta-Penza, notified the regional prosecutor's office, and ordered a halt of distribution at the plant.
  • The e-commerce industry association was asked to prevent online sales, and officials say test results are pending with no official confirmation of acetone so far.